Domestic Violence Clinic Community Legal Information Resources

Student attorneys in the Domestic Violence Clinic have created the following resources to inform the community about civil legal remedies for domestic violence, sexual assault, harassment and stalking in South Carolina. Links to other resources are compiled below.

Please Note: These resources provide general legal information only and are not legal advice. Consult a licensed, experienced attorney to obtain legal advice in light of the specific facts and circumstances of your situation.

Orders of Protection, Restraining Orders, and Permanent Restraining Orders
Civil Protective/Restraining Order Remedies in South Carolina Guide to S.C. Orders of Protection and Restraining Orders

Restraining Orders
A Plaintiff’s Guide to Restraining Orders A Defendant’s Guide to Restraining Orders Timeline of a Restraining Order Case [pdf] Restraining Order Cases: What to Bring to Court [pdf]

Other Resources
South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse South Carolina Victim Assistance Network (SCVAN) Sistercare Pathways to Healing LawHelp.org/SC WomensLaw.org University of South Carolina Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention & Prevention (SAVIP)
South Carolina Legal Services Filing an Order of Protection Online Classroom

Joseph F. Rice School of Law

Domestic Violence Clinic Community Legal Information Resources

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